Pay it Forward - Helping a Stranded Lady
The other day I was on my way home, and I needed to stop at a local Walgreens to pick up a couple of items that my wife asked me to purchase.  I saw this lady standing near the front entrance of the store with a basket full of items that she had purchased, and wandered why she was standing there. As I came closer to her, she said “Sir, excuse me, but can you give me a lift home. I will be glad to pay you for it”.

Pay it ForwardShe had explained to me that her car would not start and someone else had already tried to jump start her car with some cables, but it still would not start. She assumed it must have been her starter. She told me that she didn’t live far from the Walgreens and would be grateful if I had the time to give her a ride to her home. I told her to wait a few minutes until I picked up those items my wife had told me to purchase, and I would be glad to give her a ride home.

After I came out of the store I assisted her in loading all of her items into my car and I drove her home just a couple of miles over to Culebra Street. Once there, she offered to pay me for my time, but I told her that I was glad to be able to help her out. I did asked her why she selected me of all people since there were others going into Walgreens at the same time. She told me that she could tell that I was a Christian man, and she was lead by the spirit to ask me for help. This just confirms that we never know how others see us until they respond to us. People can see who you are by your actions and your character. Show someone that you care Today!

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Jerry, that woman must have KNOWN you were a great non-threatening guy to ask for a ride home.      That was very nice of you!

12:11pm • #27
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I couldn't have done that because you just never know what the other person's intents are. I would, however, have called AAA using my account so she could have gotten herself and her car home at no charge to anyone.

1:58pm • #28
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WOW, Janet. Very interesting that you had a similar Walgreens experience too. It all worked out for the best that day. 

3:57pm • #29
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Thanks, Belinda. I appreciate your compliments, and I am not sure I am the "Nicest Guy in Texas", but I always like to be helpful and kind to others.

3:59pm • #30
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Yes, Joan. We both took a chance on our spirit man for directions that day. Glad everything went well for both of us.

4:00pm • #31
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Jim. I just happened to have a AAA card, but I didn't think to offer it that day. One never knows the intent of others, and we agents should exercise caution at all times.

4:02pm • #32
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Jerry, that is very nice of you for giving her a ride home.  I"m glad the other's worst suspicions and fears proved to be unfounded. 

 

9:38pm • #33
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Jerry - this just goes to reinforce what a gifted person you really are.  There are some who have the "helping" gift and others who don't.  You definitely DO!  It's a part of you and, obviously, others who don't even know you can feel it.  Thank you for reaching out to someone in need.

10:34pm • #34
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You must be putting off some pretty powerful Karma out there Jerry.  Good for you and to her for realizing what a good guy you really are.  It's always nice to hear some good news from out there in the world.  Thanks for sharing.

8:01pm • #35
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"People can see who you are by your actions."  This is so true Jerry!  AND...when people show me who they are ... I believe them!  Nice of you to take the time to drive this lady home.

8:54pm • #36
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Hi Jerry,
Way to go!
Very kind of you to help out this lady.
It’s always good helping people in a difficult situation.
Nice job asking her why she chooses you. It gives you clarity as to what others see when they look at you.
Have a great week!

10:56pm • #37
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Yes, Sondra. I was also glad all the others were wrong, but we do need to exercise caution, or let the spirit lead and direct you.

11:05pm • #38
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Yes, Bill and Cyndi, I would definitely have to agree that one of my spiritual gifts is "Giving". Of course my other one is "Teaching".

11:07pm • #39
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Doug, I am glad she was able to see me for who I truly am. She took a leap of Faith and it got her a ride home that day.

11:08pm • #40
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Yes, Lisa. It's like that old saying from those how live in Missouri, "Show Me". Our Actions will always be louder than our words.

11:10pm • #41
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Thanks, Wandanna. I am glad I asked her. She could have asked and chosen others. But, she was lead to ask me, and I was glad to be able to assist her that day.

11:12pm • #42
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If you ask God with pure intent he will answer you prayers and clearly you were the answer to this ladies prayers. 

2:12am • #43
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Yes, Todd. It would certainly appear that this ladies prayers were answered that day. Listening to our spirit man is very important to confirm our feelings at times.

12:30pm • #44
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Hi Jerry this pay it forward thing works and I believe in karma. I like to do something for someone that in no way can do anything back. We all  though can take a lesson from your book and what a better place this would be.

7:49pm • #45
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Yes, Charles. Paying it Forward is a good thing to do for others, and we never know when the opportunity will present itself. We just have to be ready to trust our instincts, and judgment when that time comes.

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